The University of Western Australia is committed to creating a safe work environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
About the Role
As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing student safety and wellbeing. You will be responsible for providing co-ordinated support to students who wish to raise issues affecting their studies.
* You will provide timely and effective responses to disclosures of sexual assault/harassment, interpersonal violence, and family and domestic violence.
* You will participate in clinical supervision, case management review, and other activities to ensure best practice in your field.
We are seeking an individual with substantial relevant experience working with and responding to disclosures of sensitive information at an appropriate level.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide co-ordinated support to students who wish to raise issues affecting their studies.
* Participate in clinical supervision, case management review, and other activities to ensure best practice.
* Contribute to the development of Wellbeing and Engagement reporting, and Safe and Respectful Communities procedures and processes.
About You
To be considered for this opportunity, you must demonstrate:
* Current registration with a relevant professional organisation such as Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW); PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia); or ACA (Australian Counselling Association).
* Substantial relevant experience working with and responding to disclosures of sexual assault/harassment, interpersonal violence, and family and domestic violence at an appropriate level.
* A deep understanding of gender-based violence, responding to disclosures, and the drivers of gender-based violence and how it is prevented.
The ideal candidate will possess sound knowledge of best practices in their field and be able to contribute to the development of policies and procedures that promote a safe and respectful work environment.